beetle
US /ˈbiː.t̬əl/
UK /ˈbiː.t̬əl/

1.
kever
an insect of an order distinguished by forewings that are hardened and form a protective covering for the hindwings and by biting mouthparts.
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A large black beetle crawled across the path.
Een grote zwarte kever kroop over het pad.
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Some types of beetles are considered pests.
Sommige soorten kevers worden als ongedierte beschouwd.